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13124 (v.2) Introduction to Microbiology 137
Area: | School of Biomedical Science |
Credits: | 12.5 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Laboratory: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Differentiation of viruses, algae, protozoa, fungi and bacteria, prokaryotic cellular structure and function, growth and respiration of bacteria. Principles of sterilisation, disinfection and antimicrobial therapy. Host-parasite relationships. Disease transmission. Principles of isolation and identification of bacteria. Applied microbiology |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have- Explained the interactions between microorganisms, humans and the environment. Performed aseptic technique competently. Differentiated between different groups of microorganisms. Explained various microbial control methods and their applications in healthcare profession. Identified the reservoirs for infectious agents and the pathways by which different pathogens are transmitted. Described prevention and control measures to prevent the spread of pathogens an how to minimize the risk of cross-infection both in clinical setting and at home. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Tortota G., Funcke B. and Case C., (1998), Microbiology - An Introduction, 6th ed., California, Addison Wesley. Alcamo I.E., (2001), Fundamentals of Microbiology, London, Jones and Bartlett Publishers. Gardner J.F. and Peel M.M., 1998)., Sterilization, Disinfection and Infection Control, 3rd ed., Melbourne, Churchill Livingstone. Infection Control in Health Care Setting, (1996), National Health and medical Research Council. |
Unit Texts: | Introduction to Microbiology 137 Workbook, Bentley, Curtin University of Technology. Batzing B.L., (2002), Microbiology - An Introduction, Australia, Brooks/Cole, Thomson Learning. Black J., (1999), Microbiology - Principles and Explanations, 4th ed., (fifth book), Wiley International Edition. Prescott L., Harley J. and Klein D., (1999), Microbiology, 4th ed., Boston, McGraw Hill. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Theory exam 60%, Practical exam 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10900 Biological Sciences (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Supplemental | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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